SFF

Out of the Dawn

by P.C. Cast
Crooked Lane. (Into the Mist, Bk. 2). Aug. 2023. 336p. ISBN 9781639102747. $28.99. FANTASY
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In this sequel, Mercury is despondent over Ford’s death and the traumatic events of Into the Mist, which ended known civilization. As Mercury recovers, she is eager to build a new life for herself and her friends in the wilds of the Pacific Northwest. The group has become skilled at avoiding marauders and foraging for supplies from abandoned stores. They have ambitious plans for creating a safe and lasting home. However, old enemies aren’t entirely gone from the picture, and the small community is vulnerable. Plus, the magical green mist that killed so many men remains a danger to all, even though it did give some women superhuman abilities. Unfortunately, the villains in the novel are irredeemable, making the chapters written from their POV seem rather tiresome, and the overall story is predictable.
VERDICT For fans of the previous book in this duology or those interested in postapocalyptic stories of women regaining their power. This could work as a stand-alone, as Cast effectively recaps key events from the previous novel.
Reviewed by Laurel Bliss , May 01, 2023
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